Overview

• Tennessee's Zakai Zeigler scored 16 points, including six critical points in the last minute, to secure the win over Texas.
• Jordan Gainey added 12 points, including a pivotal 3-pointer late in the game, as Tennessee improved to 15-1 overall and 2-1 in SEC play.
• Texas freshman Tre Johnson led all scorers with 26 points but managed only one basket in the final 11 minutes of the game.
• Tennessee dominated the boards with a 41-27 rebounding advantage and outscored Texas 28-16 in points in the paint.
• This victory helps Tennessee recover after a blowout loss to No. 8 Florida, while Texas drops to 11-5 and remains winless in SEC play at 0-3.